Job DescriptionCONSTRUCTION SERVICES PRACTICEWhat We're Looking For:
Michael Baker is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead high-profile transportation projects across Wisconsin. This position can sit in either Madison or Milwaukee. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of delivering complex highway, roadway, and bridge projects-partnering closely with WisDOT and local public agencies to ensure quality, safety, and compliance from mobilization through final delivery.
What You'll Do:- Lead and manage multiple civil and transportation construction projects throughout Wisconsin, serving as Project Construction Leader on WisDOT assignments
- Provide technical guidance, leadership, and oversight to inspection staff and project teams
- Build and maintain strong client relationships while ensuring successful project delivery
- Oversee contractor and subcontractor activities to ensure work complies with plans, specifications, and contract requirements
- Review plans and specifications, identifying constructability issues and collaborating with clients and contractors on solutions
- Track quantities, observe field work, and ensure accurate documentation for pay items and materials
- Monitor and perform material testing (concrete, soils, aggregates), ensuring proper testing frequencies and compliance standards are met
- Prepare detailed field documentation, electronic reports, and supporting calculations
- Serve as a key contributor to business development, including proposal preparation and Letters of Interest for upcoming work
- Support design-related efforts during non-field assignments, including constructability reviews and proposal support
What You Need to Succeed:- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
- 15+ years of progressive engineering and construction experience
- Active Wisconsin Professional Engineer (PE) license
- Strong background working with WisDOT and Local Public Agency projects
- Proficiency in roadway design software, CAD platforms (MicroStation and AutoCAD), and Microsoft Office
- Deep understanding of construction materials, methods, and testing procedures
Compensation:The approximate compensation range for this position is $110,000 - $167,000. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.
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